The Weekend Lifestyler, February 16th 2024

February 16 2024

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From Black Fern to Waipu For Susan Dawson, a dream came true the day she gained a position in the Black Ferns rugby team, representing New Zealand in the sport. As a member of the squad that won the 2002 Women’s Rugby World Cup, her passion for the sport has

Artistic discoveries await P7

continued by accepting the position of the Waipu Rugby Squash Club Premier Men’s coach. Susan is looking forward to sharing her experience and encouraging the team to play to the best of their personal abilities. continued on page 12 …

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Helping youth excel u by Ann van Engelen

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Six youths from across the area attended the recent North Rodney Blue Light Lifeskills course held at the Whenuapai Air Base where they were given the opportunity to experience various activities.

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“The five-day course was organised and staffed by the NZ Defence Force Youth Development Unit, Blue Light staff and NZ Police,” says North Rodney Community Youth coordinator Shane Gould.

“Thirty-one students completed the course and gained 13 NCEA credits for attending. The event involved drill, physical training, team tasks, basic first aid and visits to the base resources, including a navy helicopter, air force security dogs and parachute school.

“The youth get introduced to the military culture at these events. They meet new young people, learn how to work as a team and gain new skills. They discover new opportunities that they may not have thought of before.”

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to the idea of their duties each day.

The first two days are a bit of a shock, but then they learn things they may not at home. They learn the importance of reacting quickly to commands and getting into the routine. This time, they did activities, such as white water rafting and drill, which is a good way to bring young people together.

“Drill is like military-style kapa haka.

It’s the military style, and we explain why we’re organised. They learn that we have to be ready to respond to civil emergencies and things and that if we are deployed, things happen very quickly, and it shows them the sense of urgency in some tasks.

“Team building sees them learn strategies as a team, and that builds

Team building sees them learn strategies as a team, and that builds confidence

Shane says receiving the NCEA credits is a bonus for the students.

“Visiting the personnel on the base gives the staff the opportunity to tell the youth what they enjoy about their work and what they did prior to joining the defence force. It’s good because the students can see how well they can do outside the classroom.

“Each morning, they have a very early start and survive the whole week without devices and social media. At 5.30am, they make their beds to a particular standard and eat good food three times a day.

“The course shows young people how society works in different areas. It’s not a defence force programme. It’s about learning life skills, and they get used

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confidence, and the staff ensures they all feel included. They also visited the air force maintenance team for Boeing and Hercules.”

Otamatea High School student Felix Le Mesurier-Cowbourne received two awards for excellence and the peer award.

“Awards are nominated by the NZ Defence staff, Blue Light and the students. I believe this is one of the most productive relationships we have with the NZDF, developing self-confidence in youth. I am very appreciative of the sponsorship given by the Oxford Sports Community Trust to enable youth to participate in these opportunities.”

A further life skills course is scheduled to commence on July 22. ¢

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p Dianne Wright with one of the St John Kaiwaka store volunteers, Joy Hurren

Making a difference u by Ann van Engelen

Dianne Wright became the manager of the St John Kaiwaka Store five years ago upon returning to the community and wanting to give back and make a difference.

“My journey with St John started when I was 11 years old and joined cadets in Wellsford,” says Dianne.

“I went through to the seniors, and when I moved to Kaiwaka, I stayed in St John until my children were young.

My husband David and I moved to Auckland, and I decided to be a stay-athome mum.

“Five years ago, David and I moved back to Kaiwaka, and I saw the management job advertised. I applied so I can help them for all the help they give to the community.

“I love meeting customers and working alongside our amazing volunteers.

They’re a good draw card and a great

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Dianne says learning new skills and pricing unusual items is a fun part of the job.

“We help people find things they’re looking for, and, at times, we spend time together working out what an item might be. Some things are very interesting.

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“We’re having a sale outside our store on State Highway 1 with a gazebo in the car park on Saturday, February 17 before the Brynderwyns close. Bags of clothing will be $10, and we hope people will get

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p The Bee Kind sculpture was one of many fabulous creations at the Sandsational event

p Marlene Dragicevich was on hand in beautiful pink to give the many prize winners their rewards on the day Photos: Harrisons Photography

Sand lovers unite u by Ann van Engelen

The Mangawhai Rotary Sandsational event started when Rotarian Dennis Emsley was surfing the web during Covid and found some amazing sand sculptures.

“I started thinking about how business people were being affected with everything closed and no one able to buy goods,” says Dennis.

“Marlene and I were planning to move permanently to Mangawhai and thought a sand sculpture competition would bring people to the town, so we sponsored the prizes.

“I contacted the organisers of the Orewa event and they were absolutely marvellous and gave us their collateral on how they ran their competition, so we didn’t have to reinvent the wheel.

“Our first year was badly impacted by weather. An absolute gale blew into the Heads beach. We only had

a small number of contestants and fewer spectators, but we received good feedback.

“By year two, Grahame Carbery and I had started the Mangawhai Rotary division, so we joined forces and included the dog and owner fancy dress and drop the golf ball raffle, an idea of a Canadian couple in our club.

“Sponsors were keen to come on board with our charity of choice, the new Rotary Learn to Sail project. Andy Bruce of Elevated Media created a video, and NinaG Photography took photographs, which helped with our social media and promotion. Last year, we were impacted by the weather again, but people came

in their droves, and this year, although windy, the day was brilliant.

“Our sales of tickets exceeded previous events as people looked forward to creating their sculptures.

“The creativity and imaginations of the contestants always leave us breathless, and the feedback has been humbling.

“Funds raised are donated to our charities of choice, and we also received funding for the event’s administration components, previously picked up by Marlene and I.” This year’s charities of choice are Mangawhai Community Patrol and Mangawhai Surf Life Saving Juniors.

“Without our sponsors and helpers, Sandsational wouldn’t take place, and we thank Mangawhai Rotary, major sponsor Barfoot & Thompson, Bunnings, New World and The Vet Centre in Mangawhai, The Warehouse Whangārei, Elevated Media, Bygrave Farms and Fencing, Lincoln Photography, KDC and Marlene and Dennis Emsley.

“Rotary’s Learn to Sail group is still going strong, with over 80 children having learned to sail to date. The latest session started on February 7 and will run through to April 3 2024, and we’re looking to hold an auction in the near future to raise further funds for this project.” ¢

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u by Amy Fifita

HippieCampus founder Dennis Wickstead has been using music and dance as a way for people to connect and benefit themselves in Waipu and is expanding the project further.

“I set up the project about eight years ago. I have always loved dance,” said Dennis. “I was a child of the disco era and saw a great change in society from those days. I also have a background in high-performance sports and coaching.

“I was researching about movement and have always been curious about communities throughout New Zealand, and I ended up in the Bream Bay area.

I have been here for a year now. I try to find ways to connect with people who aren’t involved in the community.”

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also gather community and support.

There are no rules, and it is a place for people to come and be themselves. I find people are tired of being told what to do, and with dance, there is no right or wrong way of doing it.

“It is difficult to verbalise what we are thinking or feeling, and sometimes it is impossible. It taught me to lead through non-verbal cues. Most people love music and dancing.”

Dennis starts the classes with slow music and then builds it up to a quicker

Everyone leaves happy, and it stimulates change in their narratives Dennis began doing five rhythm dance classes in Waipu. He says it enables people to experience the five rhythmic patterns — flowing, staccato, chaos, lyrical and stillness.

“For me, dance is a way to experience the community without judgement because anyone can do it, and people do not need any equipment. All you have to do is have an open mind and be prepared to be vulnerable.

“It helps break the isolation, especially in men, for people to be able to experience expression creatively, but

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pace. He enjoys seeing people try new things.

“It allows people to be more conscious of the different movements in their body.

Since doing it, I have seen that people have been looking for these types of activities. Everyone leaves happy, and it stimulates change in their narratives.

It is connected to some of the sports coaching I have done, too.”

The classes are a koha event at the Waipu Coronation Hall from 7.30pm–9pm every second Friday.

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p Dennis Wickstead started the Hippiecampus project about eight years ago and came to Bream Bay a year ago, bringing his love for dance and people with him

expanded to Mangawhai, Ruakākā and Whangārei. There is a session at Mangawhai Library Hall on Friday, February 23 and fortnightly from then on. Contact Dennis on 022 5466 472 for more information.

“My significant observation is seeing dancers come in unsure, and in the end, they are happy. It is an escape for day-to-day overthinkers, and I often see a massive change in their spirits,” Dennis says. ¢

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Snowballs of delight u by Liz Clark

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Viburnums can be evergreen or deciduous, depending on the species.

They can be found globally growing in diverse climates from cool temperate regions, arid and semi-arid to subtropical and tropical climates. In New Zealand, they’ve become a cultivar of choice for hedging or stand-alone feature specimen trees. They can grow up to five metres, with many fast-growing types used for screening and hedging.

Flowering occurs usually in spring and throughout summer — some species flower in winter, depending on the cultivar. These plants thrive in full sun and can tolerate some degree of wind. Moreover, they will grow in most soil types, including clay and sand, as

long as they have the right nutrients and, in the case of clay, some degree of drainage. As a general rule, planting should be done in autumn or spring.

In general terms, most viburnums are dense, evergreen shrubs with glossy mid to dark-green leaves. Their blooms are often arranged into an umbrella shape while others form into a complete ball shape — hence, the common name snowball tree. Their fragrant flowers range in colour from white to mid-pink, providing a ready source of nectar and pollen for beneficial pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The deciduous varieties are developed for their showy

flowers and make an excellent talking point for visitors to the garden.

If choosing species for screen or hedging plants, the most common cultivars are sweet viburnum and laurustinus. Sweet viburnum is more suitable for warmer, more northern areas of the country, while laurustinus fares better in cooler climates further south. Another species, Viburnum opulus ‘Sterile’, is grown for its large snowball-like flowers, while the hybrid Burkwood viburnum is grown for its heavily scented blossoms.

Plant care is relatively minimal; however, thrips and spider mites could occasionally cause issues. Treat the plants with an appropriate spray of your choice. Additional compost and other organic matter into the soil will benefit plant health significantly. Apply regular applications of sheep pellets or other well-rotted manure monthly. Hedging and screening plants should be clipped three to four times a year. ¢

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Artistic discoveries await

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u by Ann van Engelen

The annual Mangawhai Art Trail returns on February 24 and 25, giving locals and visitors the opportunity to view and purchase a vast array of local works of art.

“The art trail is a chance to visit artists in their own studios or have teamed up with others in theirs,” says coordinator Chris den Hartogh.

“It’s a great opportunity to meet and chat with artists in their ‘happy place’, look at their latest works in progress, see their processes and buy art directly from them.

“The artists taking part cover a wide range of styles and disciplines, from paintings in oils and acrylics to ceramics, jewellery, printmaking, photography, leatherwork and more.”

With 42 artists spread across 28 venues, there is a tremendous pool of talent on display within a relatively small area.

Howard Esler, another art trail coordinator, says this year there are several locations at Langs Beach and Waipu Cove.

“It’s definitely worth the beautiful drive over the hill to visit this unique group of artists. It’s a great day to take your picnic baskets and end the day on beautiful Langs Beach or grab a meal at The Cove restaurant.

“We suggest art trailers make a weekend of it and spread their visits over the two days, taking time to chat with

artists as well as check out the work they have on display.

“Most locations are open both Saturday and Sunday, the exception is the Hakaru Hall location, which is open on Saturday only.

“A feature of the art trail will be a special viewing of a film made of the 2018 community art project, Magical Mangawhai Goes Bush, at 2pm at the Mangawhai Movies location — the old church in the historic village.

“The community art project was an exciting initiative which captured the imagination of children and adults alike.

This short documentary follows the project from start to finish and shares the magic of the occasion.

“The art trail is free, and we have brochures profiling the individual artists and their locations that can be picked up at the Mangawhai Artists Gallery at 45 Moir Street and the Mangawhai Information Centre in the historic village.

“The trail brochures can also be downloaded now from the Mangawhai Artists website mangawhaiartists. co.nz. A QR code linked to a map of all locations makes it easy to get from one place to another. There’s also

p Howard Esler with one of his quirky sculptures

p Ann Connew and Shirley Emerson are a part of The Stylish

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The height of summer tends to attract insects like mosquitos and flies, and by having a screen door in place you can enjoy the breeze indoors.

There are various insect screen door options available for multiple home settings. There are foldable, sliding, vertical, horizontal, detachable, retractable and hinged options on the market to protect the occupants from unwanted visitors.

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With life for many being on the fast track, finding a space for yourself is an excellent way to get in some quiet time and unwind after a long day.

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p Susan Dawson began the training season with the Waipu Rugby Squash Club Premier Men’s team last December

From Black Fern to Waipu u by Ann van Engelen

Sharing her skills to help improve the game, former Black Fern rugby player Susan Dawson recently accepted the role of coach for the Waipu Rugby Squash Club Premier Men’s team.

“I was born at Te Kōpuru Maternity Hospital near Dargaville and grew up in Arapohue,” says Susan.

“My dad lived in Auckland, so I completed my schooling at Papatoetoe High School and finished at Epsom Girls’ Grammar. I was the captain of the rowing team at Epsom Girls’.

“I moved around for sports and different things, ending up in Whangārei.

My massage therapist, Bill Kini, was a Commonwealth Games boxer. In 1994,

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that’s what I want to feel’. My desire was to represent my country, but I was too short to row.”

Susan focussed on rugby and did everything to ensure she gained playing opportunities.

“In 1999, I had my moment and made the Black Ferns squad. We toured overseas, and my first score was at my debut, playing for the Canada Cup here in New Zealand. It was the only Black Ferns try, which was pretty cool.”

learning, and that’s translated into my coaching journey.

“Women rugby players are quite unique because we’ve tasted what the physicality and power behind a full contact sport feel like.

“You unlock a socially forbidden area of your life and get to experience everything that that entails.

“It includes the power, strength and everything that comes from a full contact team sport while working with the

I want to help facilitate the process for these players so they can excel in their game to be in a final his daughter Ferne was instrumental in starting a rugby team for women at Kamo Rugby Club.

“Although I’d never played before, I went along, loved it, and my rugby passion began. I then decided to play touch but can’t handle playing social sport, so I took a step back to view my aspirations for representing my country.

“I saw Stephanie Foster win gold at the Olympics for rowing on TV, and I thought, ‘That’s what I want to do, and

Susan’s position was number seven.

“The coach said that they needed another mobile hooker, so I changed positions, and I loved it — hooker is the best spot on the field.

“To gain experience, I’d play my games in Northland, bus to Auckland, and learn off the squad coach and bus home again.

“When I was studying in Auckland, I’d go to Auckland Marist games and train. I’ve been veracious at

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team, for the team. You’re experiencing strength that you may never have felt before.

“As a country kid, I was outdoorsy and sporty. I know this is what I’m supposed to do. I play above my weight as a forward, and people underestimate me, being 64kg on the front row.

“For women, rugby gives us the freedom to express ourselves in a different way. It teaches you how we are as people, but any

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p Susan with the Under-18 Kamo Sevens at a tournament in Whangārei

p Susan loves spending time with children Emma and Joshua when she is off the field

p The 1965 Waipu Rugby Squash Club Premier team that won the Otamatea Area Championship with Robert Guy (front left), who to date is the only All Black from Waipu

p With international coaching experience, Susan prides herself on helping players learn skills to play their best games

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I was due to return home, and decided I needed to be in a head coach role, and noticed the Waipu club was looking for someone.

I applied and had my interview the week I arrived back

sport does that if you’re self-aware of yourself.

“I had wanted to get back into the game since I retired in 2002. As a family, we moved to Coopers Beach and had kids — it was another time of life.

“I purposefully restricted my game viewing times on TV, didn’t go to games and got rid of my boots and gear, so if I attended a game, I couldn’t be asked to play.

“Around 2014, we bombed out of a world cup, and I realised I had to get back involved as I have a unique set of skills to help our Northland players.

“We moved back to Whangārei in 2018, and an opportunity came in Canberra, Australia, to work with the Brumbies women.

“I never got the sports coach role.

They created a coaching coordinator role so I could be with the team and learn.

“I saw Stephen Larkham and the men’s Brumbies team, and my head coach was Scott Fava, who was the Wallaroos sports coach.

“I picked up the Wallaga Eagles men’s side doing scrums, and we won the championships that year. I also

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helped the Canberra Grammar Boys’ First 16 team.

“I was due to return home, and decided I needed to be in a head coach role, and noticed the Waipu club was looking for someone. I applied and had my interview the week I arrived back.

“I asked them to confer with the club leaders as it’s unusual for a men’s team to have a female coach. I wanted to be fully embraced by everyone so I could express myself well.

“Club captain Steve McClure called and said everyone was on board, and I was offered the position.”

The team started training with Susan before Christmas.

“I wanted to connect quickly and work out our strategies. We’re now in preseason training and have a memorial game on Friday, February 23, and then a pre-season game of three halves with Auckland Marist and Roskill at Waipu on March 16.

“The coolest part is having women who are very prevalent in those clubs that I’ve known through other rugby associations. Brownyn Williamson is the assistant coach of Otamatea, and

Vania Wolfgramm works for NZ Rugby and has been instrumental in my coaching journey.

“I gave Vania her first Black Ferns jersey at a presentation in Whangārei, and Caroline Matamua worked with me in ako wāhine, promoting women in rugby. It’s amazing that I can now connect with them and their clubs in one place — I love the serendipity.

“It’s something I’m seeing all through my recent rugby career. All the connections of people who’ve helped me personally, that’s New Zealand, though. We all get in and help each other. I don’t believe there are any degrees of separation, especially in the rugby world.

“It’s such a privilege to be part of a group with coaching. I don’t like to be out in front much. I prefer being alongside or in behind because the players are the ones living out their dreams.

“I try to do things as technically as I can. It’s a great skill for me to develop and help others be more clearer in what they want.

“It’s not my team, my players or my anything. I’m there to help them get to

where they want to go to the best of my ability.

“If someone gets in a good shot, that’s one of the best feelings in the world, and I know what that means with people thanking each other.

“I’m older and know the value of relationships. I’m so thankful and grateful for the opportunity to be able to be with others and learn something new.

“I appreciate the opportunities of an interesting journey. I aim to help the club excel. Positioning us to be in contention is a priority most of all.

“I want to help facilitate the process for these players so they can excel in their game to be in a final.

“If I can help them achieve that with my support, my job is done. That’s where it comes back to my core values of helping other people do the best they can.

“Coaches have different ways of doing things, and I love the technical and tactical, the game, contact, scoring and winning.

“I hope to add to their games because we’re all just people at the end of the day.” ¢

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Sharing the bowl u by Ann van Engelen

Andrew Morrison and the team at the Mangawhai Bowl Bash are celebrating the success of the annual day with skateboarders showcasing their talents at the local skate bowl.

“It was an amazing event, and it’s clearly getting bigger and better every year,” says Andrew.

“We had a great crowd and awesome competitors, with the top spots going to our visitors from Australia. The winds were the biggest I’ve ever seen in Mangawhai, and the weather challenged us, but the crowd returned after each downpour.”

In the Under-16 category, Mitchell King won. Renton Miller took out the Masters, Keira Ellis was first in the Open

Women’s and Keefer Wilson won the Open Men’s.

“I think the Australians winning was a good thing because it’s a chance for the Kiwis to know what to do next year.

We had 16 female entrants, and we had lots of nine-year-old girls showing their skills.

“We call it a jam because it’s like a big mellow, cruisy skate session with your mates skating together for 40 minutes and getting judged on your performance.

All in all, it was a great day.” ¢

p The Mangawhai Bowl Bash Open Women’s winner Keira Ellis with second place-getter Aaliyah Wilson and Taniah Meyers, who came third

p Felix Griffin performing a frontside feeble grind

p Under 16’s first place-getter Mitchell King with Cody Inteman in second place and Monty Graham, who placed third

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